Grooming Basics
It's a Different Model of Cat Care.
It's a Different Model of Cat Care. At Cats in the City, we've spent nearly two decades asking a simple question: What would cat care look like if it were designed entirely around the needs of cats? The answer became the TANDEM Cat® Method. Many ...
The Future of Grooming Is a Care System, Not a Service
The Future of Grooming Is a Care System, Not a Service By Shawn Lioyryan, CTCG, MSW, and Daniel Lioy, CTCG, PhD Co-Founders of Cats in the City and the TANDEM Cat® Method Most people think of grooming as a service. We think of it as a care system. ...
Why Senior Cats Need More Grooming Support
Why Senior Cats Need More Grooming Support Aging Changes a Cat's Ability to Self-Groom Many cats spend years maintaining their coats with little or no assistance. Then seemingly overnight, a cat who has always looked immaculate begins developing: ...
Do Indoor Cats Need Grooming?
Do Indoor Cats Need Grooming? The Short Answer: Yes One of the most common misconceptions in feline care is that indoor cats do not need grooming. Many people assume that because a cat lives indoors, it is automatically able to maintain its coat ...
Signs Your Cat Needs Grooming
Signs Your Cat Needs Grooming Cats Don't Always Tell Us Directly Many cats slowly adapt to changes in their coat, skin, nails, and mobility. As a result, grooming-related problems often develop gradually and may go unnoticed until they become ...
Why Long-Haired Cats Become Matted
Why Long-Haired Cats Become Matted Matting Is Not a Sign of Neglect One of the most common misconceptions about cat matting is that it only happens when a cat is neglected. In reality, many well-loved, attentive guardians are surprised to discover ...
What to Expect After Grooming
What to Expect After Grooming Every Cat Responds Differently Most cats recover quickly after grooming and return to their normal routines within hours. However, grooming is a significant experience. Even when handled gently and thoughtfully, your cat ...
How to Prepare for a Grooming Appointment
How to Prepare for a Grooming Appointment Preparing Your Cat for Success A little preparation can help make your cat's grooming experience smoother, safer, and less stressful. The good news is that most cats require very little preparation before ...
What Happens During a Professional Cat Groom?
What Happens During a Professional Cat Groom? Every Cat Is Different Unlike many dog grooming appointments, professional cat grooming is highly individualized. Cats vary widely in: Coat type Grooming tolerance Age Health status Mobility Behavioral ...
What Is a Total Reset?
What Is a Total Reset? A Total Reset Is More Than a Grooming Appointment A Total Reset is the signature restorative grooming service developed by Cats in the City and TANDEM Cat®. It is designed for cats whose coats, claws, comfort, mobility, or ...
How Often Should My Cat Be Groomed?
How Often Should My Cat Be Groomed? The Short Answer Most cats benefit from professional grooming, but the ideal schedule depends on several factors: Coat type Age Health status Mobility Shedding level Grooming ability Lifestyle Some cats may only ...
Why Cats Need Grooming
Why Cats Need Grooming The Common Misconception Many people believe cats do not need grooming because cats groom themselves. While cats are excellent self-groomers, self-grooming has limitations. As cats age, develop medical conditions, gain weight, ...